I will be returning to Dickinson's poetry frequently, "my perennial nest".

Dickinson's works are like a rich treasure trove that never fails to amaze and inspire. Her unique use of language, the profound emotions she conveys, and the thought-provoking themes she explores make her poetry truly captivating.

Each time I delve into her poems, I discover new layers of meaning and gain a deeper understanding of her genius. It's as if I am embarking on a new journey with every reading, uncovering hidden gems and insights.

Her poetry has the power to transport me to another world, a world filled with beauty, mystery, and profound wisdom. It is a place where I can find solace, inspiration, and a sense of connection to something greater than myself.

Therefore, I will continue to return to Dickinson's poetry, my perennial nest, again and again, to explore its depths and be nourished by its beauty and wisdom.

Introduction


This article serves as an introduction to a collection of works. It begins by presenting a selection of poems that offer a diverse range of themes and styles. The poems are carefully curated to engage the reader and evoke various emotions.


--Poems


The poems within this collection are a testament to the power of words. They explore the human experience, from love and loss to joy and hope. Each poem is unique, yet they all share a common thread of beauty and depth.


Acknowledgments

The author would like to express their gratitude to all those who have contributed to the creation of this collection. Their support and encouragement have been invaluable.


Previous Collections

This collection builds upon the author's previous works, which have also received critical acclaim. The author's growth as a writer is evident in the evolution of their style and themes.


Subject Index

A subject index is provided to help readers easily locate poems that address specific topics. This allows for a more targeted exploration of the collection.


Index of First Lines

An index of first lines is also included, enabling readers to quickly find a particular poem by its opening words. This adds an element of convenience to the reading experience.


In conclusion, this collection offers a rich and rewarding reading experience for poetry enthusiasts. It showcases the author's talent and creativity, and is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Two fathers stand astride every word in this telephone-book-sized collection.

One is Emily’s literal father. Under his watchful eye, one can sense every shard of feeling and every metaphysical observation being meticulously crafted into phrases, like fortune cookie fortunes, ditties suitable for repetition in a kindergarten or speakable from a pulpit. The pressure to be sociable, to be a friend, to be simple and plain, is omnipresent.

The other looming father is, of course, her Heavenly Father. In the end, His power seems possibly more personally overweening.

When Virginia Woolf said there was no female Shakespeare in A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN, it was evident that she had not read Emily. There are countless more things to say than can be fit into a silly blurb such as this. But let me mention one: Dickinson conveyed God in nature and ordinary life as well as, if not better than, anyone. Her life’s work embodies Hamlet’s image “O God, I could be bounded in a nutshell and count myself a king of infinite space.”

This shows the depth and significance of her writings, which explore the profound relationship between the human and the divine, and the beauty and mystery of the natural world.

The given text presents two sets of profound and thought-provoking lines.

The first set of lines, "Se non avessi mai visto il sole / avrei sopportato l'ombra / Ma la luce ha reso il mio deserto / ancora più selvaggio," seems to convey a sense of how the experience of seeing the light (represented by the sun) has made the absence or contrast of darkness (the shadow) even more difficult to bear. It's as if the introduction of light has intensified the harshness of the surrounding environment, perhaps symbolizing how knowledge or awareness can sometimes make a previously tolerable situation seem more brutal.

The second set, "Erase the root - no tree- / thee - then - no me / The heavens stripped - / Eternity's vast pocket, picked," appears to explore the interconnectedness of things and the idea that removing or changing one fundamental element can have a cascading effect, ultimately disrupting the entire fabric of existence. It suggests a sense of the fragility and interdependence of all aspects of the universe.

Together, these lines invite the reader to沉思 on themes of perception, contrast, and the complex web of relationships that shape our understanding of the world.

My Favourite Female Poet

Among the numerous female poets throughout history, there is one who stands out in my heart and that is Emily Dickinson.

Emily Dickinson's poetry is a unique and profound exploration of the human experience. Her works are filled with vivid imagery, deep emotions, and a keen sense of observation. She delved into themes such as love, death, nature, and the inner self with a remarkable depth and originality.

What I love most about Dickinson's poetry is her ability to express complex ideas in简洁 yet powerful language. Her poems are often short and concise, but they pack a punch. Each word seems carefully chosen to convey the exact meaning and emotion she intended. For example, in her poem "Because I could not stop for Death," she uses the metaphor of death as a gentle carriage ride to explore the concept of mortality and the afterlife.

Overall, Emily Dickinson is my favourite female poet because of her exceptional talent, her unique perspective on life, and her ability to touch the hearts and souls of readers with her words.

Every time I immerse myself in a collection of poetry, I have the tendency to read it just like a regular novel, from cover to cover. However, I now realize how silly that was. You simply cannot force poetry upon yourself. Instead, poetry should come to you naturally. It should gradually seep into your life, one beautiful verse at a time.

That being said, Emily Dickinson is truly a master of her art. I came across this special edition, which has a lovely leathery touch, and I just couldn't resist buying it. My relationship with poetry has been rather tentative. Most of the time, especially when it comes to large-scale, epic poems, I feel as if the literary works are just going over my head. But that's not the case with Dickinson's poetry. Instead of focusing on mythology, she draws inspiration from the aspects of everyday life and vividly describes them from a myriad of perspectives, often personifying natural elements. Since I can easily identify with the contents, her poems often leave a profound emotional impact on me.

"She went as quiet as the dew
From a familiar flower.
Not like the dew did she return
At the accustomed hour!

She dropt as softly as a star
From out my summer's eve;
Less skillful than Leverrier
It's sorer to believe!"

This collection is truly a precious gem. I am hoping to expand my poetical tastes this year, perhaps by exploring the works of Rumi and Haiku poets. But for now, I will thoroughly indulge in this vibrant and energetic set of poems, and probably for many years to come.

Emily Dickinson has an extraordinary way of expressing my innermost thoughts and feelings that I could never manage on my own.

She seems to embody my ideal, making me feel that my existence is validated.

If you have a liking for Emily Dickinson, then I have a special affinity for you as well.

The poem she wrote, "I hide myself within my flower," is truly captivating.

In it, she describes how she hides within a flower, and when that flower is worn on someone's breast, they unknowingly carry her too, and the angels know the rest.

Then, when the flower fades from the vase, the person, still unsuspecting, feels a sense of almost loneliness for her.

It's a beautiful and mysterious piece that makes one wonder about the hidden depths of emotions and the connection between people and nature.

Emily Dickinson's words have the power to touch our hearts and make us see the world in a new and profound way.

Voy a ser totalmente franca: me ha defraudado. Mucho. Emily Dickinson era de las poetas que más ganas tenía de leer. Sin embargo, me ha dejado muy fría y, de hecho, me he aburrido leyendo sus obras. Aunque siento que es más por su traducción (de Silvina Ocampo), aunque no puedo asegurarlo con total certeza. Me he dado cuenta de que a veces la traducción puede influir significativamente en la percepción que tenemos de una obra literaria.

Así que, me he dejado apuntado para el futuro leer a esta autora en inglés o, mínimamente, a manos de otro traductor. De esta manera, podré asegurarme si realmente me gustan los poemas de Emily Dickinson o si mi impresión actual se debe a la traducción que he leído. Creo que es importante explorar diferentes versiones y perspectivas para poder apreciar mejor la riqueza y la belleza de la literatura.

Emily Dickinson has long held a reputation as a recluse and an eccentric. She has been variously depicted as a miser with a morbid curiosity or, conversely, as a funny and bubbly yet misunderstood genius, as seen in the recent movie 'Wild Nights with Emily' about her and her relationship with her sister-in-law. Where the truth ends and 'the myth', as she was nicknamed, begins is unclear, but there is no denying that her persona has overshadowed her creativity. She was a very unusual writer.

Her topics may seem wide, but in fact they are quite limited - mainly revolving around flowers, death, faith, and vanity in general. This does result in poems that seem to repeat themselves. Her morbid penchant for writing about death might not be to everyone's taste, although she never indulges in dark and caricatural Gothicism. Despite all this, there is a great depth in her poetry. Powerful emotions are expressed without pathos or rampant emotionalism, and there is a wrestling with the brevity yet wonders of life to be fully enjoyed. It is no surprise that she remains one of the favorite poetesses among many poetry readers.

The most extraordinary feature of Dickinson's writing is that she couldn't care less about the formal rules of poetry. Capital letters? She uses them liberally. Structure? She breaks her verses with dashes. Rhymes? Of course, but she takes liberties with phrasing, grammar, and rhyming patterns themselves. Pedants and academics who value rules over imagery and creativity have sneered at her and even butchered her poems in editing. However, those of us who believe, as she did, that rules should serve creativity and effects, not the other way around, have a different view. This edition by Faber & Faber is the first to display her verses as she actually wrote them, a landmark edition by Thomas H. Johnson that must be acknowledged.

Emily Dickinson's poems may seem a bit repetitive, but thanks to her unusual writing style, they convey intense and vigorous feelings through simple and strikingly short verses. They are a must-read for any poetry lover.

At her best, ED combines a tight form with words that should trouble us.

Her poetry delves deep into the profound themes of the limits of knowing and the terror of death. These two concepts are often intertwined and presented in a way that makes us question our understanding of the world and our place in it.

ED stands as a remarkable figure in American literature, alongside Whitman, the first great American poet. While Whitman's work is known for its realism and celebration of the human spirit, ED's poetry offers a more introspective and often haunting perspective.

Her use of concise language and carefully crafted stanzas adds to the power and impact of her words. Through her poetry, she invites us to explore the darker corners of our minds and confront the uncertainties and fears that lie within.

ED's contributions to American poetry are significant, and her work continues to be studied and admired for its depth, complexity, and ability to touch the hearts and souls of readers.

Settantanove

There was an old spinster named Emily. She had spent her entire life living with her family. However, within the confines of her small bedroom, she left us an heirloom that outshines the sun's bright immensity. This heirloom was a mystery, something that had been hidden away for years. No one knew what it was or why it was so special. But as the story unfolds, we begin to understand the significance of this precious item. It holds a secret that has been passed down through generations, a secret that could change everything. As we follow the clues left by Emily, we embark on a journey of discovery, one that will lead us to a place we never expected. Will we be able to解开 the mystery of the heirloom? Only time will tell.

A sinistra... / A destra...

I taste a liquor never brewed –

From Tankards scooped in Pearl –

Not all the Vats upon the Rhine

Yield such an Alcohol!

Inebriate of air – am I –

And Debauchee of Dew –

Reeling – thro' endless summer days –

From inns of molten Blue –

When "Landlords" turn the drunken Bee

Out of the Foxglove's door –

When Butterflies – renounce their "drams" –

I shall but drink the more!

Till Seraphs swing their snowy Hats –

And Saints – to windows run –

To see the little Tippler

Leaning against the – Sun!

"I taste a liquor never brewed" is a remarkable poem by Emily Dickinson. For me, it is not just a piece of writing but an enchanting hymn to the power of poetry and the sacredness of the act of writing. As I read each line, it feels like an invocation to the beauty that exists in all its natural forms. It's as if I am getting drunk with this beauty, until I, as the reader, am able to ascend to the heavens and join the likes of Seraphs and Saints, just like Emily who seems to be writing from that celestial realm.

The poem's musicality and rhyme are truly captivating. When I first read it out loud, I was surprised by how the words seemed to sing on their own. The lack of traditional punctuation, with only dashes and capital letters to emphasize certain words, gives the poem a sense of openness and infinity.

Analyzing stanza by stanza, the poem begins with a reference to a mysterious liquor that was never brewed and is so vast that it wouldn't fit into the mighty Rhine. This liquor also has an ancient quality, as the Rhine was an important river in historical texts during the Roman Empire.

In the second stanza, the "I" in the poem, whom I believe to be Emily herself, becomes inebriated with this strange liquor that comes from dew, air, and summer days melted in endless blue skies. Here, Emily is describing the overwhelming beauty of the natural world, and how she is dizzy and intoxicated by it, drinking it in the inns of Nature.

The third stanza further emphasizes this idea. As the inhabitants of the natural world, like the bee, the foxglove, and the butterfly, are denied by the foreign "Landlords" (which I interpret as the real world or rationality), Emily drinks more of this natural liquor and becomes even more inebriated.

The last stanza is the most challenging to analyze. Emily is intoxicated by the beauty of nature and ultimately, of poetry. She keeps drinking and drinking until the act of writing becomes sacred. I think she reaches a kind of heaven in the Biblical sense, perhaps even salvation. I dare to suggest that the "Tippler" might be Jesus, leaning against the sun, waiting for her to reach out for her destiny, which is to write and become a poet.

After rereading the whole poem, I also think that the metaphor of liquor and inebriation is not a random choice. In the 19th century, men drinking in inns and socializing was a common sight. For a reclusive person like Emily, she might have disapproved of someone getting drunk. However, in this poem, she elevates something she might have considered ugly or negative (inebriation) to a magnificent and celestial act (the act of writing), showing the power of poetry to transform the dull world of reality into a beautiful fan of possibilities.

In conclusion, "I taste a liquor never brewed" is a profound and beautiful poem that invites us to explore the power of poetry and the beauty of the natural world. It challenges us to look beyond the surface and see the hidden meanings and emotions that lie within. Emily Dickinson's unique style and use of language make this poem a timeless classic that continues to inspire readers today.